International Journal of Yoga, Physiotherapy and Physical Education

Authors
Manasi Ketkar, Radha Bhattad

Abstract
Introduction: Low Back Pain is leading cause of disability and is frequently accompanied by tingling in the lower extremity, most prevalent in women. Aim : To compare the effectiveness of core strengthening with slump sciatic nerve glides and core strengthening with nerve glides in straight leg raise position in women with low back pain and unilateral lower extremity radicular symptoms to reduce pain and disability. Method: 40 women in 2 groups of 20 in each group of the age 40-55. Outcome measures: NPRS, Oswestry low back pain disability questionnaire. Results: Core strengthening with slump sciatic nerve glides was more effective than with nerve glides in SLR position. P < 0.05 for both outcome scales. Conclusion : Core strengthening with Slump sciatic nerve glides is more effective than given with nerve glides in SLR in women with low back pain and lower extremity radicular symptoms in reducing pain and disability.